Adaptive and Intellectual Functioning in Autistic and Nonautistic Retarded Children.

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Title: Adaptive and Intellectual Functioning in Autistic and Nonautistic Retarded Children.
Language: English
Authors: Carpentieri, Sarah, Morgan, Sam B.
Source: Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. Dec 1996 26(6):611-620.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 10
Publication Date: 1996
Intended Audience: Researchers
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Autism, Children, Cognitive Ability, Communication Skills, Intellectual Development, Mental Retardation, Socialization, Verbal Development
ISSN: 0162-3257
Abstract: This study examined the relationship between adaptive functioning and intellectual functioning in 18 children with autism and mental retardation and 20 children with mental retardation. The children with autism showed significantly more impairment in adaptive behavior composite scores, verbal reasoning abilities, socialization skills, and communication skills. (CR)
Journal Code: CIJJUN1997
Entry Date: 1997
Accession Number: EJ537623
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:This study examined the relationship between adaptive functioning and intellectual functioning in 18 children with autism and mental retardation and 20 children with mental retardation. The children with autism showed significantly more impairment in adaptive behavior composite scores, verbal reasoning abilities, socialization skills, and communication skills. (CR)
ISSN:0162-3257